Rethinking how we leverage our strengths can lead to greater growth. Discover the power of voluntary force functions, like ditching slides to enhance storytelling. The speaker shares insights on public speaking, tackling imposter syndrome, and engaging audiences effectively. Learn about the 'brand in a hand' framework to connect with your audience's needs. Also explored are the advantages of authenticity in personal branding and how viral trends can creatively enhance merchandise and content engagement.
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No Slides
Pat Flynn confesses to not preparing slides for his upcoming Social Media Marketing World presentation.
He usually relies on visually appealing slides, but this time he will present without them.
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First Keynote
Pat Flynn recounts his first public speaking experience at FinCon 2011, where he initially agreed to a breakout session.
He later accepted a last-minute request to deliver the closing keynote, pushing him far outside his comfort zone.
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Voluntary Force Functions
Use voluntary force functions: put yourself in situations with heightened pressure to achieve goals.
Combine this with a strong "why" to motivate action and overcome fear.
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In 'Lean Learning', Pat Flynn addresses the challenges of information overload in the digital age. The book emphasizes the importance of selective curiosity, developing storytelling skills, and managing distractions to achieve goals. Flynn argues that learning the right things and avoiding 'junk sparks' that derail focus is crucial for success. He provides strategies for modern online entrepreneurs to stay healthy, focused, and productive in an era dominated by AI and social media.
Stand and Deliver
The Dale Carnegie Method to Public Speaking
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Stand and Deliver provides techniques to improve public speaking skills, including identifying your authentic self, winning over audiences, and handling difficult questions. It offers practical tips and strategies to enhance communication skills, drawing from Dale Carnegie's renowned methods.
#866 To grow, we might have to stop relying on some of our strengths. This may sound counterintuitive, but sometimes the skills we've mastered become crutches that mask areas we're struggling in. So how do we break free from our usual routines? Join me today because I want to tell you about using voluntary force functions to level up. I'm in the same boat as you. I've grown as a public speaker, but some of the skills I've developed are now holding me back. You see, my presentations have always relied on amazing slides. This is one of my superpowers, but it's also something I lean on instead of focusing on storytelling and audience engagement. Tune in today to hear how I plan to change this by not preparing any slides for my next presentation! This is a voluntary force function, just like the many others I've used to improve throughout my journey. Don't miss out on this mindset hack! Show notes and more at SmartPassiveIncome.com/session866.
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